[ A beat, letting this settle. Absorbing this shortcoming to set alongside the Chantry's other sins. ]
I want to help you, in whatever way I can. And I know there are many others here who would want to as well. I'm sure Marcus advised you of more people to speak with than just me?
I spoke with Commander Flint - of course - he was the first one I talked to. I really admire him. Him and his whole crew - Messere Silver, as well. They're not cowards.
They aren't. He isn't. And they care for what is unjust in this world, even if it would be more convenient if they did not. I'm glad you spoke with him as well.
Yes! They never stopped fighting, even when it seemed impossible. And they fought alongside slaves - I was so relieved to find that they lived up to the stories, you know. Reputations are so often exaggerated, but they're both so - Well, a little bit frightening, but everything I've seen so far seems - Well, you know, you've met them.
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Because they've never once called one of their Exalted Marches to free us. They've always had the power to fight for us, and they never have.
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I want to help you, in whatever way I can. And I know there are many others here who would want to as well. I'm sure Marcus advised you of more people to speak with than just me?
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[ That word is soft, but it's grateful. She didn't expect - But maybe she should have. The people here are kinder than nearly any she's met. ]
Um - yes. I'm speaking with Matthias, as well. Is there anyone else?
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[ a pause, then more thoughtfully— ]
And Gwenaƫlle Baudin. She's blunt, but her heart is in the right place. She might have advice we dont.
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[ Brightening - ]
I spoke with Commander Flint - of course - he was the first one I talked to. I really admire him. Him and his whole crew - Messere Silver, as well. They're not cowards.
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